Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

Hello,

I came in to the US in 1988 on my mothers passport. That passport has since been lost. I would like to know what I would need to know if I were to marry a US citizen. I have never left the country. I was 3 in 1988. I would like to know what my options are and how I would go about obtaining proof that I entered the country if that would be needed at one point. I have heard that I would need to travel back to Colombia and for my Fiancee to request me so I can get a visa. Do you know how long that may take? Also, any additional information would be great. Thank you for taking the time to read this.


Asked on 2/08/11, 1:58 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Charles Medina Law Office of Charles Medina

You might submit FOIA request to get the record of your entry. We suggest you to consult with an immigration attorney.

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Answered on 2/08/11, 2:06 pm
Seeta Nangia Law Offices of Seeta Nangia

How did your mother enter the country? Did she have a visa? You would need to submit evidence of how you entered the country in order to adjust your status while in the United States. If you entered the country with inspection, a U.S. citizen spouse can apply for you to obtain a green card. You should speak to an immigration attorney to go over all your options. Please feel free to contact me for a consultation.

Seeta L. Nangia, Esq.

Law Offices of Seeta Nangia

Exclusively Practicing Immigration Law

Phone: (415) 273-9123

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.nangialaw.com

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Answered on 2/08/11, 2:08 pm
Ramsin Sheeno

Agreed....FOIA...is your best bet, but not the most assured, given that your mother's name may be the one in FOIA records. But you could search your mother's name (with her permission) and yours to be assured of the best result.

Please consult an immigration attorney before applying for any immigration benefit as your current out-of-status immigration status could potentially risk your being subject to removal. Additionally, DO NOT leave the country for any reason before you consult an immigration attorney. You have likely accrued unlawful presence, which, if you left the country, could subject you to a bar on re-entry for 10 years.

If you would like to have a consultation for which you would be charged, please do not hesitate to contact me.

State that you found me on here for a discount on the telephonic consultation.

Regards,

Ramsin Sheeno

Attorney at Law

818 986 1079

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Answered on 2/08/11, 3:12 pm


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